Today, Explained Is Trump for real?
Oct 17, 2024
Isaac Arnsdorf, a politics reporter for The Washington Post, and Sean McCreesh, a features writer for the New York Times Politics Desk, discuss Donald Trump's alarming campaign promises, including recent comments on military action against an 'enemy from within.' They explore how such rhetoric impacts political division and law enforcement. Additionally, they analyze Republican voters' mixed reactions—balancing loyalty and skepticism—toward Trump's radical statements and the potential shifts in policy with like-minded candidates.
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Trump's Call for Military Intervention
- Trump suggested the military might handle disruptions during the 2024 election.
- He called Adam Schiff an "enemy from within."
Trump's "One Rough Hour" Proposal
- In Erie, Pennsylvania, Trump advocated for giving police "one rough hour" of unlimited violence against suspects.
- This rhetoric echoed his past calls for rougher treatment of suspects.
Dictator Talk
- Trump's rhetoric of an "enemy within" and his dictator joke fueled concerns.
- His "day one" dictator remark became a defining campaign moment.